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K556 MGP

1993 Rover 418

Black Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

155,089 mi
Last recorded155,089 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2005
Typical for 1993 Rover 418127,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK556 MGP
MakeRover
Model418
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2005 155,089 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2005 155,057 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Rover 418?

Based on 44,803 MOT tests across 9,538 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
5,608
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
9,538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 4,476
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,183
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,072
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,405
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,739
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K556 MGP is a 1993 Rover 418 in Black with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1993 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 127,640 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 418 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 4,476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K556 MGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 418 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K556 MGP registered?

K556 MGP is a 1993 Rover 418, first registered on 10 February 1993.

Is K556 MGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K556 MGP shows 2 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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